What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Eden Senior Care?
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce and enhance performance.
- Identify need for and make referral to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
- Instruct, educate and train patients and caregivers in the skills and functions essential for promoting patient independence and productivity.
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, provisional licensees, students and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
- Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques.
- Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients' specific needs.
- Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions.
- Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally.
- Promote clients' healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
- Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress.
Requirements:
- Proven work experience as a physical therapist.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Valid license to practice physical therapy.
- Graduate degree or greater in physical therapy.
About Us
Edenbrook Sheboygan is a skilled nursing facility in the Eden Senior Care Network. We value the individual experience of our guests and their families, and we promote and encourage the success of each of our employees. Our mission is to support the success of each community by providing strong leadership, corporate support, and resources and tools to realize their goals.
